Mourning, war and elections as Israel marks October 7
Summary
Israel marked the third anniversary of Hamas’s October 7 attack with memorials, fresh strikes on Gaza and heated political debate ahead of elections later this month. The assault killed 1,221 people in Israel and triggered a war that has left Gaza in ruins and killed more than 74,200 people, according to Gaza health officials.
Key Points
- Israel held silent tributes at the Nova music festival site and Kfar Aza kibbutz to mark the third anniversary of the October 7 attack.
- New strikes hit Gaza during the commemorations, even though a ceasefire has officially been in place for the past year.
- Benjamin Netanyahu faces a tight election race as he vows no forgiveness for the attackers and rejects Hamas rule in Gaza.
- The October 7 attack killed 1,221 people in Israel and led to the capture of 251 hostages, while Gaza’s health ministry says more than 74,200 people have been killed in the subsequent war.
